A Paynesville man died in a one-vehicle crash Saturday night north of Paynesville. Stearns County authorities say 45-year-old Darrin John Schaefer was taken to the Paynesville Hospital where he was pronounced dead. The Stearns County …

A 30-year-old Cokato man was arrested last week on child pornography charges and was taken to the Meeker County Jail to await his first court appearance. Meeker County Sheriff Jeff Norlin says Bryan Robert Moham, …

A winter weather advisory remains in effect for our area until noon today (Monday). The National Weather Service says increasing winds with the possibility of more snow will lead to blowing and drifting snow. Officials …

The Minnesota Department of Transportation advises motorists to use extreme caution and avoid unnecessary travel in West Central Minnesota due to heavy snow and reduced visibility. Additionally, high winds enter the region throughout the afternoon …

The Hutchinson Jaycee Water Carnival is seeking eight candidates to vie for the title of Miss Hutchinson 2013. Candidates are judged on a combination of personality, attitude, intelligence, talent, as well as other intangible characteristics. …

The Renville County Board of Commissioners has passed an ordinance authorizing and regulating the conduct of open burning within Renville County. Cities may further restrict burning within the boundaries of their jurisdiction. The ordinance includes …